Cast
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Sam Scarber
as Homeless Man
Dahlia Salem
as Chloe Jo
Gabrielle Stone
as Gabby
David Banks
as Lane Hayes
David Rountree
as Travis Simon
Susan Lanier
as Susan Lanier
William McNamara
as Bryan Wolff
Chris Moir
as Jake Anderson
Allen Maldonado
as Francis 'Jamal' Jefferson
Rosie Garcia
as Christina Calderon
Tansy Alexander
as Lolita
Reid Cox
as Jenn
Crew
Director
- David Rountree
Writer
- David Rountree
- David Banks
Producer
- Darvin Morales
- Chris Moir
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Thriller/Horror/Mystery film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Cut! presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director David Rountree brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2014, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Cut! took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 101 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 151 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1040 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 14, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 41m